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Cesarean Awareness Month

A Cesarean section, also called a C-section, is a surgery used to deliver baby. In this procedure, an incision is made in the mother's abdomen to deliver one or more babies. Most C-section's are performed when unexpected problems occur during delivery. Some examples of problems include: Having twins, triplets, or more. Health problems with the baby Health problems with the mother Labor is too slow or stops. April 2009 Sources: www.marchofdimes.com and Medline Plus Feature Stories • C-section increase may heighten risks for both mother and child • Early epidurals don't increase risk of having a C-section • When should you consider having a C-section? Related Information • Animation: Cesarean Section • Health Topic: Pregnancy • Peer support group for postpartum depression after cesarean sections Related Resources • International Cesarean Awareness Network • American Pregnancy Association • Childbirth Connection